Our team in Haag, Switzerland is looking for you:

Internship/Master Thesis – Advanced Process Control in Vacuum Chamber (100%)

YOUR CHALLENGES

The manufacturing of a high-end microchip requires over 1000 production steps.  Vacuum valves are considered to be critical components as they are in proximity to the semiconductor wafer and impact the process performance.  Semiconductor fabs like Intel, Samsung or TSMC have increasing expectations for productivity and production yield. These fabs are increasingly using data generated along the manufacturing process to improve production performance. Smart, connected vacuum components are required for smart semiconductor manufacturing fabs enabling predictive maintenance, increasing performance and productivity.

The technological advancements in the semiconductor industry and scaling to nano-meter structures require a high precision and efficient control of the gas pressure in the process chamber. To develop the required control technology, we are looking for a talented intern with passion for control theory, system modelling and machine learning.

In addition your responsibilities are:

• Analyze and improve current models used for simulation and control of the gas pressure in a vacuum chamber
• Development of advanced algorithms for fast and efficient gas pressure control using VAT’s existing pressure control technology
• Develop, perform and document experiments (DoE) including results in organized and structured way
• Testing and verification of the developed process control technology
• Cooperate among cross-functional teams of experts within VAT R&D organization

YOUR COMPETENCIES

• Engineering Degree (BSc or MSc) in control engineering, mechatronics, mechanical or electrical engineering, physics or similar
• Strong skills and knowledge in control system theory, system modelling and machine learning
• Programming skills in Matlab Simulink and Python
• PLC knowledge and experience with deploying control systems on embedded hardware is a plus
• Knowhow in fluid dynamics theory for vacuum applications is advantageous
• Hands on, systematic approach, creative thinker with problem solving skills and team spirit